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We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. \nForge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies \nThe future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart. \nYou’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. \nIf you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person,forge the future with Voyager. \nJob Summary: \nThe Level IV Modeling, Simulation, and Controls Engineer contributes to the design, development, and analysis of control systems and simulation architectures in support of propulsion and aerospace systems. This position supports program execution through high-fidelity modeling, algorithm development, and performance assessments. The engineer applies domain expertise in solid rocket motors and controllable solids technologies to model system behavior and contribute to design maturity and program success. This role requires increasing independence and technical ownership, working closely with other engineering disciplines, project teams, and customers.\nResponsibilities: \nDevelop high-fidelity models and control algorithms for propulsion, flight control, and guidance subsystems\nSupport creation of system simulation architectures to enable design iteration, verification, and validation\nPerform controllability studies of dynamic systems to assess system behavior under perturbations and control strategies\nDefine control system topologies and support gain tuning methodology across various architectures\nSupport program performance engineering through requirement derivation, margin analysis, and performance trade studies\nConduct system-level performance assessments using Monte Carlo, sensitivity, and parametric studies\nApply physics-based modeling to develop representative simulations of mechanical, thermal, and aerodynamic systems\nContribute to ballistics modeling and propulsion system performance analysis for solid rocket motors\nDevelop and validate models of actuation systems for propulsion control systems and dynamic mechanisms, supporting integration into closed-loop control architectures and performance assessments.\nAid customers in developing mission CONOPS and requirements thru propulsion system modeling and controls design\nDevelop and implement estimation techniques to improve model accuracy and system insight\nExtend modeling capability in state-space and modern control methods\nSupport simulation and analysis of flight vehicle control behavior for propulsion concept evaluation\nContribute to modeling and simulation planning for new programs and R&D initiatives\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams (GNC, software, systems, test) to ensure integration of modeling products\nParticipate in customer engagements, technical reviews, and milestone events (SRR, PDR, CDR)\nMentor junior engineers and support peer reviews of modeling and controls work 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desirable and may substitute for 1 year of experience from an accredited college/university\nSkills:\nProficient in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or equivalent modeling and control toolchains\nStrong understanding of classical and modern control techniques, including state-space control\nCompetence in verification and validation of models and their use within broader system architectures\nCapable of physics-based modeling and multi-domain simulation development\nExperience in propulsion system modeling and basic ballistics performance assessments\nAbility to generate SysML diagrams of product structure, product behavior, technical logic, engineering process, and test execution\nClear and effective communicator in both technical documentation and verbal presentations\nStrong time management and collaboration skills in a multi-program environment\nOthers:\nAbility to travel up to 10% for technical reviews, tests, or customer engagements\nComfortable working in secure or classified 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When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence. \nTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. \nVoyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. \nMinority/Female/Disabled/Veteran \nThe statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. 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